State Confirms Ksh2Billion Relief Fund for Some Farmers

Burdened by years of debt, farmers have repeatedly sought government waivers to support the sector's recovery...

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President William Ruto has confirmed a Ksh2 billion allocation for coffee farmer debt waivers in the 2026/27 financial year budget.

Ksh2 billion allocated for coffee debt waivers.
President William Ruto announced the allocation at a Coffee Revival Programme launch in Kirinyaga County.
The waiver is a response to appeals from local leaders, including Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, and follows previous allocations, though the total verified debt exceeds the current budget.

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